Gay Lisbon • Mid-Range + Budget Hotels

Housed in a recently restored, late 18th century building, Late Birds offers 12 very comfortable, air-conditioned guest rooms, a beautiful garden and swimming pool.

The styling is classical freshness with a contemporary Portuguese twist.

Owner Carlos Ruivo has set out to provide an urban resort for the gay male community in the heart of Lisbon’s historical center, Bairro Alto and Principe Real, where guests are treated as friends.

The lounge, bar and garden adds to the friendly atmosphere and are perfect places to enjoy socialising with the hosts and other Late Birds after a day exploring the city.

The Lisbon Carmo is a popular choice with gay travellers. This contemporary hotel goes out of its way to treat guests as individuals and to create a tailor-made stay.

The hotel offers stylish guest rooms with views of the Old Town or the river. Each air-conditioned room has a flat screen TV, free WiFi, minibar and safe. The onsite restaurant, Maria do Carmo, serves excellent food.

Located in a quiet yet very central area, close to many restaurants, shops and the Bairro Alto nightlife. Bar Espaço 40e1 and Trombeta Bath gay sauna are just a short walk away.

If you’re on a tight budget, then we recommend Stay Inn Lisbon, a lovely hostel near the Bairro Alto nightlife, a 10-minute walk from gay bars and just around the block from Trombeta Bath gay sauna.

The hostel features bright, modern décor, with a choice of dormitory or double-bed rooms, all with free WiFi, private or shared bathroom, and some with floor-to-ceiling windows. There is a shared kitchen and communal lounge with TV and comfortable sofas. Free breakfast included. Often fully booked.

The beautiful Teatro B&B is located in the heart of Lisbon, near the cultural Chiado square and a short walk from Bairro Alto where you’ll find plenty of local restaurants and bars that are very gay-friendly.

All 20 guest rooms (on 4 floors) are tastefully decorated with great attention to detail, each featuring air conditioning, free WiFi, iPod dock, TV, minibar and safe.

This great-value B&B has its own bar and lounge, a 24-hour reception, multilingual staff, concierge and airport shuttle service.

We love this place! Brown’s Downtown offers stylish apartments in the heart of Lisbon, close to the main shopping areas, the river, tourist sights and Baixa-Chiado metro station.

These large, modern rooms feature comfy beds, a fully equipped kitchenette, flat screen TV and free WiFi, plus Apple iMac computer and iPod dock.

Brown’s central location makes it easy to get around. TR3S gay bar and TRUMPS club in Principe Real can be reached in 15 minutes. Trombeta Bath Sauna and the gay bars in Bairro Alto are even closer.

A really good-value hotel in the heart of Lisbon. Browns Boutique is conveniently located, close to the Baixa-Chiado metro station, 5-minute walk from the lively Bairro Alto district and the main gay scene.

Guest rooms are comfortably sized, all with air conditioning, designer furniture, iHome docking station and free WiFi. Some rooms include a kitchenette, an iMac computer and iPad.

Browns’ central location means that you’re a just short walk away from many restaurants, shops and nightlife options.

Occupying an 18th century building in the historic Baixa district, My Story Hotel Ouro offers a great base to explore Lisbon.

Guest rooms are in classic earth tones, with nice views of the city and the Tejo River. Each large room features a Smart TV, safe and free WiFi. The Attic Room is our favourite. The hotel has its own bar and a 24-hour reception.

Located in downtown, close to Baixa/Chiado metro station and within walking distance of popular tourist sights, shopping areas and the Bairro Alto gay nightlife.

The great-value Hotel Gat Rossio is located at the southern end of Avenida da Liberdade near the city centre, next to Rossio train station, and not too far from to the gay bars in Principe Real and Bairro Alto.

The ultra-modern, minimalist-designed rooms feature a comfortable bed, flat screen TV, air conditioning, free WiFi. Breakfast is included.

The stylish and modern BessaHotel Liberdade is a 2-minute walk from the nearest metro station and within walking distance to most of the gay scene and the commercial area of Chiado.

The hotel has excellent, modern facilities including a gym, indoor pool, sauna and massage service. There is a chic restaurant and a terrace bar with vertical garden.

Guest rooms have a Bluetooth-integrated sound system, flat screen satellite TV, free WiFi, work desk. Some have a balcony with city views. Room service and reception available 24 hours.

Next to the Marquês de Pombal metro station, there are 3 excellent hotels from the HF group: the HF Lisboa, HF Garden and HF Music.

Our favourite is the HF Music which has a totally cool music-inspired styling. Each soundproof, air-conditioned room has a Bluetooth sound system, mood lighting, electric blinds, flat screen cable TV, free WiFi, desk and safe.

The hotel features a nice restaurant & bar, and a rooftop pool with city views. The breakfast buffet here is very good. Some of Lisbon’s best restaurants, shops and boutiques are within easy walk away.

One of the larger hotels in this area, close to the famous Marques de Pombal Square. The SANA Lisboa has an impressive range of facilities including a gym with a sauna and jacuzzi.

Guest rooms are modern and very comfortable, each featuring free WiFi, TV and air conditioning. Many rooms offer excellent city views.

SANA is well-located for the gay scene. TRUMPS , Bar 106 and all the action in Principe Real are about 15 minutes away. SaunApolo 56 and DRAKO gay cruise club are even closer.

One of Lisbon’s best hotels in its class. The HF Fenix has a excellent location on Marquês de Pombal Square, with the metro station just around the corner.

SECRET gay bar, Construction club, TRUMPS and the Principe Real gay scene can be reached in 15 minutes. The relatively new gay cruise bar DRAKO Club is even closer.

The modern, stylish guest rooms feature comfortable beds, a TV, work desk and free WiFi. Some enjoy views of the neighbouring Eduardo VII Park. The in-house café serves a tasty breakfast.

Excellent budget option. The America Diamonds is a 10-minute walk from Marques de Pombal Square and Eduardo VII Park. The next-door Picoas metro station makes it easy to get around the city.

Each stylishly decorated guest room features a flat screen TV and free WiFi. Some rooms include a hydro-massage bathtub. A tasty breakfast is served in the top-floor dining room with panoramic views.

The gay nightlife in Principe Real can be reached in 15 minutes by walking or via the metro. Gay SaunApolo 56 is just a 5-minutes away.

The Lisbonaire offers a ‘home away from home’ apartment-style rooms in the heart of Lisbon, between Avenida da Liberdade and the lively Bairro Alto nightlife quarter.

Each modern apartment has independent door codes, a fully equipped kitchen, iPod dock, hi-fi system and free WiFi. There is a library room and communal area in the basement.

The nearby Restauradores metro station provides fast connections to the rest of Lisbon, although much of the gay scene can be reached by walking.

Gay-owned & -managed apartments in a restored 1920’s building in a quiet residential area, a 2-minute walk from the Saldanha subway station (served by both Yellow and Red Lines, 2 stop to Rato (Príncipe Real) or 4 stops to Baixa-Chiado. The property was completely renovated in 2017.

Each of the four guest rooms features a flat screen TV, free WiFi, blackout curtains, alarm clock, hairdryer and electronic safe. Breakfast is served until 1pm, so you won’t have to worry about missing out after a late night out.

The owners have recently introduced a shared dormitory, directed to younger travellers, with three bunk beds. In addition, they are now operating a pick up service at the airport, and guided tours. Please see the website for further information.